Job Title: Electrical Engineer / Technical Services Supervisor
Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer who thrives at the intersection of engineering leadership, operations, and system reliability? This is a high-visibility opportunity to own and shape the performance of a modern electric system while making a direct, lasting impact on the communities you serve.
As Technical Services Supervisor, you will serve as the technical authority for substations, SCADA, distribution automation, metering, and system reliability programs. You will lead talented technical teams, guide critical infrastructure decisions, and play a key role during system events and emergencies-ensuring safe, reliable, and resilient power delivery.
Why This Role Stands Out
Strategic & Hands-On: Balance engineering leadership with real-world operational impact
Broad Technical Exposure: Substations, SCADA, AMI, automation, and system planning
Mission-Driven Work: Support long-term system ownership and service to rural communities
Leadership Opportunity: Directly manage and mentor technical and field professionals
Stability with Challenge: Long-term infrastructure stewardship with complex, evolving technology
What You'll DoTechnical Leadership & System Ownership
Provide technical leadership and operational oversight for substations, SCADA systems, distribution automation, metering, and system reliability programs
Ensure electric system safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance through proper maintenance, inspection, and rapid issue resolution
Serve as a key technical leader during outages, emergencies, and storm restoration efforts, including duty supervisor rotation
Substation, Distribution & SCADA Oversight
Oversee planning, operation, and support for substations, breakers, reclosers, voltage regulators, transformers, capacitor banks, and T&D systems
Direct and manage SCADA systems, including servers, databases, HMIs, communications, load management, and field integration
Guide deployment and performance of distribution automation technologies and AMI/metering systems for residential and commercial services
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead and coordinate Systems Engineers, Substation Foremen, Substation Technicians, and AMI/SCADA Technicians
Act as the technical escalation point for voltage complaints, transformer performance, load balancing, and power quality investigations
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, and Field Services to align design, construction, and maintenance activities
Standards, Safety & Compliance
Ensure all engineering designs, construction practices, and maintenance activities meet safety, regulatory, and engineering standards
Apply advanced knowledge of RUS specifications, NESC, and cooperative service rules to system decisions and improvements
What You BringRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited) plus 5+ years of electric utility experience
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10+ years of equivalent utility system experience
Strong working knowledge of utility substations, distribution systems, SCADA, and AMI
Proven troubleshooting ability and deep understanding of power quality and system performance
Hands-on and supervisory expertise in switching procedures and maintenance standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage members, regulators, and internal teams
Willingness to work extended or irregular hours during outages and emergencies
Preferred & Additional Qualifications
Experience with distribution, substation, and transmission standards
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
Work Environment & Culture
This role offers a dynamic blend of office-based engineering, field oversight, and system operations. You will work directly with substations, distribution facilities, and outdoor job sites, with occasional travel and overnight training. Emergency response and storm restoration participation are essential aspects of the role.
You'll join a collaborative, mission-driven organization that values long-term system ownership, technical excellence, and community impact. The position provides wide-ranging exposure across engineering, automation, SCADA, and planning-empowering you to directly influence electric system reliability, performance, and service quality for the communities you support.
On site in Warsaw, VA - vehicle provided from the office to site visits!
Book time with me to discuss the position further if you have the necessary experience!
Anna Johnson - https://talentassistant.actalentservices.com/assistant/bookings/wwadAhwa
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Warsaw, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.08 - $84.13/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Warsaw,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
